The Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) is a unique & innovative nonprofit institution dedicated to providing scientific and technical assistance to Minnesota industries and entrepreneurs. AURI is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Associate Scientist of CoProducts at the Waseca pilot lab.
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 AURI is an agricultural research organization that provides scientific and technical assistance to Minnesota industries and entrepreneurs. We generate economic impact in Minnesota communities by helping businesses take advantage of innovative opportunities in biobased products, renewable energy, coproduct utilization and food. We provide a broad range of services to expand markets, develop new uses and improve processes. AURI provides scientific technical assistance, technology transfer and a targeted network of resources to develop value-added uses for crops and coproducts. We provide applied research services and product development assistance to create new ag-based products, process refinements and to help move them to market. With unique facilities and professional staff, AURI is a one-of-a-kind resource that provides assistance to Minnesota businesses looking to create more value for the state’s agricultural products.

AURI takes a deliberate approach to developing agriculturally-based innovations. These advancements don’t just happen, they are the result of focused research, strategic collaborations, and an emphasis on implementation.Click here to learn more.

If you have an idea or need assistance in the development of agriculturally-based product, we invite you to contact us by phone (507-835-8990) or email to see how we can help you.

 Research is a vital part of AURI--it says so right in our name. We work with businesses, entrepreneurs and cooperatives to help develop new products and processes that create new uses for Minnesota ag commodities. Through applied research and technology transfer, AURI helps to bring new concepts forward.

» Use of manganese oxide to attenuate negative effects of high sulfur concentrations in distillers grains‐based finishing rations [ Co-Product Utilization ]

Use of manganese oxide to attenuate negative effects of high sulfur concentrations in distillers grains‐based finishing rations... (1-23-2012)

» Rural Wealth Creation Conference [ Miscellaneous ]

The Economic Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Ford Foundation are convening a National Conference and Conversation on Rural Wealth Creation and Livelihoods. The conference will bring together researchers, practitioners and policy-makers who are working on region... (9-23-2011)

» Natural & Organic Meat Processing Guide [ Animal Products ]

Over the past 10-15 years the food industry has seen a push from consumers for products that are more “label friendly” or minimally processed. Often times this means developing products with as few added ingredients as possible. However, one of the biggest challenges to meat processors is the fac... (9-7-2011)

» Media and Media Mix Evaluation for Dairy Barn Compost Bedding Systems [ Crops ]

This study evaluated alternate media as well as media mixes that could be used as bedding for compost barns. The goal is to help dairy farmers expand the number of alternative media and media combinations that could be potentially more economically used in dairy compost bedded pack systems. The s... (8-24-2011)

» Biobased Materials Minnesota’s Opportunity & Challenge [ Miscellaneous ]

As the interest and use of biobased products grows, so do the opportunities and challenges. According to a recent report sponsored by AURI and the Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council, Minnesota’s fundamental strengths in agriculture, biofuels and innovation may hold the key to the stat... (8-1-2011)